Thanksgiving in Myrtle Beach: Family Events, Festive Fun, and Irresistible Feasts
The extended Thanksgiving holiday weekend offers the perfect opportunity for a family reunion or relaxing getaway to Myrtle Beach. This vibrant coastal destination rolls out the red carpet for holiday visitors with an array of exciting events. Below, discover a curated roundup of Thanksgiving week happenings, plus standout restaurants serving special holiday menus and buffets. Ditch the kitchen chaos and savor exceptional dining experiences—no apologies needed!
Thanksgiving Weekend Events
50th Annual South Carolina Bluegrass Festival
Myrtle Beach Convention Center, 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach
November 25–27, 2021
12 to 10:30 p.m. daily
Featuring around 20 top artists, this festival guarantees you'll discover new bluegrass favorites. Note: Confirm current dates on official sites as events recur annually.
12th Annual Surfside Rotary Turkey Trot
Surfside Pier, Surfside Drive and Ocean Boulevard, Surfside Beach
November 25, 2021
8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
One of the area's premier annual races benefiting the Surfside Beach Rotary Club. Choose from 10K, 5K, or 1-mile options, with a free one-mile fun run for kids!
15th Annual Myrtle Beach Turkey Trot
Valor Park at The Market Common, 1150 Farrow Parkway, Myrtle Beach
November 25, 2021
8 to 10:30 a.m.
Starting and finishing amid the scenic beauty of Valor Park, proceeds support the Myrtle Beach Humane Society. Options include 8K, 5K, or 1-mile races, plus a free tot trot for little ones.
37th Annual Intracoastal Christmas Regatta
Intracoastal Waterway from Little River to Dock Holidays Marina
November 27, 2021
5 to 7 p.m.
Kick off the holiday season with this dazzling maritime boat parade the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Gather your family along the waterway for prime viewing spots. Visit ChristmasRegatta.com for details.
Thanksgiving Day Dining Specials
Cypress Room
600 N. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach
Indulge in a royal Thanksgiving feast at Island Vista Resort's Cypress Room. Buffets run 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; reservations recommended: 843-449-6406.
Chestnut Hill Restaurant
9922 N. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach
Savor a Thanksgiving buffet from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., blending classics with fresh seafood. Reservations: 843-449-3984.
Thoroughbreds Chophouse & Seafood Grille
9706 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach
Annual Thanksgiving buffet 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Reserve now: 843-497-2636.
Captain George's Seafood Restaurant
1401 29th Avenue North, Myrtle Beach
Open 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. with seafood-packed buffet: crab legs, shrimp, salmon, Oysters Rockefeller, plus turkey, ham, and traditional sides. Call: 843-916-2278.
Paula Deen's Family Kitchen
1202 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach
Down-home Thanksgiving favorites; no reservations needed. Menu info: 843-945-1072.
Gulfstream Café
1536 Waccamaw Dr., Garden City
Oceanfront seafood holiday buffet 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Reservations required: 843-651-8808.
Wahoo's Fish House
3993 U.S. 17 Business, Murrells Inlet
Seafood and traditional buffet 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Reserve: 843-651-5800.
New York Prime
405 28th Ave. N., Myrtle Beach
Prime beef feast 5 to 10 p.m. Reservations: 843-448-8081.
Hungry Howie's Pizza
1601 S. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach
Pizza perfection 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for pickup/delivery. Order: 843-444-2000.
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